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Health Tip: Treating Psoriasis on the Feet
(HealthDay News) — Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes red, flaky patches on the skin. It frequently occurs on the bottoms of the feet. The American Podiatric Medical Association offers...
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Health Tip: Troubled by an Ingrown Toenail?
(HealthDay News) — An ingrown toenail occurs when a toenail, usually one that’s trimmed too short, begins to grow into the toe’s skin. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says symptoms of an...
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Health Tip: Caring for Calluses
(HealthDay News) — People with diabetes should take good care of their feet to prevent problems caused by poor circulation. And tending to foot calluses is no exception. The American Diabetes...
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Health Tip: When Tendinitis Affects Your Feet
(HealthDay News) — When tendinitis affects the foot, even walking can become difficult. The American Podiatric Medical Association says tendon inflammation can affect the foot due to: An injury....
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Health Tip: Help Heal a Heel Spur
(HealthDay News) — Heel spurs are bony growths that form on the heel as a result of overuse or obesity. They can lead to significant pain and discomfort. The Ohio State University Medical Center...
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Health Tip: Cold Feet?
(HealthDay News) — The term “trench foot” describes a foot injury caused by extended exposure to cold temperatures and wetness. The. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests how to...
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Health Tip: Moisturize Your Diabetic Feet
(HealthDay News) — Diabetics, often plagued by poor circulation, must pay careful attention to the feet. Moisturizing your feet regularly can help keep the skin from cracking and drying. The American...
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Health Tip: Massage Your Feet
(HealthDay News) — Massaging your feet can help manage pain, minimize tension and improve circulation and muscle stimulation. The Harvard Medical School suggests how to perform a foot massage:...
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Health Tip: Choose a Sturdy Pair of Flip-Flops
(HealthDay News) — Flip-flops are a convenient and comfortable alternative during the warmer months. Choosing the right pair can help keep your feet healthy and safe. The American Podiatric Medical...
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Health Tip: Understanding Corns and Calluses
(HealthDay News) — Corns form on the tops of the feet and toes, and calluses form on the soles. Both are areas of thickened skin that arise from friction. The American Podiatric Medical Association...
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Health Tip: Preventing Heel Pain
(HealthDay News) — Heel pain can stem from a number of causes, from injury or deformity to a number of health conditions. The American Podiatric Medical Association says you can help prevent heel pain...
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Health Tip: Caring for Foot Arthritis
(HealthDay News) — The pain and stiffness of arthritis, America’s leading cause of disability, can be a real pain in the foot. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons suggests these non-surgical...
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Health Tip: Having Poor Circulation in the Feet
(HealthDay News) — Poor foot circulation can occur as a result of health conditions including hardening of the arteries or diabetes. It can indicate a serious medical problem, so it shouldn’t be...
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Health Tip: Keep Your Nails Healthier
(HealthDay News) — Your nails may be a good indicator of general health, so it’s important to keep them looking good and strong. The American Academy of Dermatology suggests these tips: Make sure...
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Health Tip: Have Cracked Heels?
(HealthDay News) — Dry, cracked skin on the heels can be more than just embarrassing, it can also be very painful. The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons mentions these risk factors that can...
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Health Tip: Take Care of Your Feet
(HealthDay News) — Summer is here, and walking along the beach, around the pool or in your backyard barefoot can lead to foot injuries. The American Podiatric Medical Association suggests having these...
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Health Tip: Soothing Psoriasis on the Feet
(HealthDay News) — Psoriasis causes red, itchy skin plaques that commonly affect the bottoms of the feet. The American Podiatric Medical Association suggests how to help manage the condition: Soak...
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Health Tip: Tight Shoes May Be Damaging Your Feet
(HealthDay News) — Shoes that are too snug can cause some serious and painful problems, including bunions and corns. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says other potential problems from...
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Health Tip: Wearing High Heels
(HealthDay News) — Wearing high heels may be fashionable, but they can wreak havoc on your body. The American Osteopathic Association suggests how to avoid problems while wearing high heels: Choose a...
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Health Tip: Pain in the Foot?
(HealthDay News) — Symptoms of foot arthritis, including painful inflammation and swelling, can make it difficult to take even a few steps. The American Podiatric Medical Association says you should...
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